Sisters By A River by Barbara Comyns

Set in a ramshackle house by the River Avon, this semi-autobiographical novel captures the whimsical and chaotic childhood of five sisters growing up in the English countryside during the early 20th century. Through a series of vignettes, the narrator recounts their adventures and misadventures, painting a vivid picture of their eccentric family life marked by both humor and hardship. The narrative is infused with a sense of nostalgia and innocence, as the sisters navigate the complexities of their world with curiosity and resilience, all while grappling with the peculiarities of their parents and the challenges of their environment.